10 Things College Students Need to Save Money

Can you believe that little girl or little boy is now almost an adult and leaving home for university?

For many parents and first year college students it's a major change - setting up life in a dorm room or sharing a house with friends is a whole new way of life, where money becomes a major focus.

So how to help the college student learn about saving and not spending?

Don't just lecture - get them these 10 essentials to make sure there's a few dollars left at the end of the semester and emergency phone calls for more money don't happen.

Click on the photo for a handy checklist courtesy of Bed, Bath and Beyond. Remember to double check school rules on what's allowed in the dormitory.

SLIDESHOW: 10 ESSENTIALS EVERY COLLEGE KID NEEDS

10 Essentials Every College Kid Needs